Commercial Marketing Manager
Location: The Lights, Andover
Salary: Grade 9, £44,926 to £49,183 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a strategic, creative, and inclusive marketing professional with a passion for the arts and a strong commercial awareness? Join us at The Lights, a vibrant destination venue in Andover. We are looking for an experienced Commercial Marketing Manager to lead our marketing and communications strategy, grow diverse audiences and deliver exceptional experiences for our audiences and communities.
As a senior member of The Lights team, you’ll lead on developing and delivering innovative, inclusive marketing campaigns that reflect our values and vision. You’ll champion audience development, manage our marketing budget, support income generation, and act as second‑in‑command to the Venue Manager. You’ll also play a vital role in our regeneration journey, delivering key marketing strategies and collaborating with others on the transition to a new venue space.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver innovative, inclusive marketing campaigns reflecting the venue’s values and vision.
* Champion audience development and audience growth strategies.
* Manage the marketing budget and support income generation initiatives.
* Act as second‑in‑command to the Venue Manager in all marketing matters.
* Collaborate on regenerative marketing strategies for the transition to a new venue space.
Qualifications
* Strong commercially‑oriented experience at a senior level, preferably within the arts or a related environment.
* Excellent digital marketing skills and line‑management experience.
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
* Enthusiasm for the arts and a passion for inclusive audience development.
Benefits
* Local government pension scheme.
* Generous holiday entitlement.
* Free on‑site parking.
* Discounted leisure facilities.
Work Culture
The council is a great place to work with strong values and leadership, offering a professional, positive working environment. We actively promote a good work/life balance and encourage continuous learning and development.
Equality and Inclusion
We are an inclusive employer, committed to providing equality of opportunities for all. We employ people from different backgrounds, with a range of perspectives and experiences, to deliver high quality services to residents. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and encourage applications from disabled people.
Contact Information
For further information about the role please contact Tracey McKenzie‑Robinson, Venue Manager on 01264 368833.
Application Details
Closing date for application forms: Friday 7 November 2025.
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 17 November 2025.
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